What are the gear shifting techniques for the Subject 3 driving test?

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LeHannah
07/29/25 11:51pm
Subject 3 driving test gear shifting techniques include starting in first gear, proper gear shifting, and avoiding looking down at the gear stick. Below are detailed explanations: Starting in first gear: When starting the vehicle, use first gear. Always depress the clutch pedal fully when shifting gears; otherwise, you may encounter difficulty engaging the gear. Proper gear shifting: Speed and gear must always match. Shift gears one level at a time without skipping. When decelerating, reduce speed first before downshifting. If you accidentally select the wrong gear, fully depress the clutch and shift again. Avoid looking down at the gear stick: Shift gears by feel without looking down. Keep your eyes on the road ahead and continuously observe traffic conditions. Students unfamiliar with gear shifting should practice more at driving school and develop the habit of not looking down at the gear stick during training.
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